Cartoons or games? study tests best distraction for Kids' IV pain

NCT ID NCT06371599

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether watching cartoons (passive distraction) or playing games (active distraction) works better to reduce pain and fear in children aged 6-9 years during a routine IV placement. Sixty-four children took part, and researchers measured their pain and fear using simple face scales. The goal is to find a simple, drug-free way to make medical procedures less scary for kids.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain Pain, Procedural

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mersin University

    Mersin, Yenişehir, 33343, Turkey (Türkiye)